Keep your working life going in lockdown and beyond

Whether you’re running your own business or you work for someone else, just about all of us have had to get used to the process of working from home.

Working from home can be great in a lot of ways but there’s no doubt that it also presents a whole lot of unique challenges that a lot of us really weren’t prepared for.

Since lockdown measures look like they’re not going anywhere anytime soon and even beyond that many people are now seeing the benefits of working from home, it’s important to consider the ways that you can make the most of your working life from home.

Cyber security

Cybersecurity is an essential part of any modern business but there’s no doubt that it’s become an even bigger concern now that so many of us are working remotely.

The reality is that cybercriminals are more than willing to take advantage of the fact that a lot of us simply aren’t as secure at home than we would be at the office. This means that, if you’re not careful, a lot of incredibly valuable data can end up being intercepted.

You need to be sure that your computer is well protected and that you’re always following the right safety protocols when sharing sensitive data with other people.

Connection

Since so many of us are now relying on the need for a constant online connection in order to keep in touch with the people we work with and to actually get the work done, a stable internet connection is more important than ever.

You might have thought that your internet was fine but that may not be the case now that you’re using it for a lot more stuff throughout the day.

Rural broadband in the UK in particular can be slow and unreliable which is a major problem when you’re working. Luckily, there are plenty of companies that can help to keep your connection stable and allow you to get on with your work.

Productivity

It’s shocking how easy it is to get into bad habits when you’re working from home. A lot of people spend their first few weeks working from home staying in bed all day and working in their pyjamas.

However, the truth is that this can be disastrous for your ability to actually work productively. As odd as it might sound, treating your work day as though you were actually going into the office can often make a huge difference to how productive you are.

The reality is that working or running a business from home is neither inherently better or worse than working in an office. The truth is that it’s just a different way of working that comes with various benefits and challenges that you need to understand.

If you’re not prepared for the unique qualities that come with working from home, you’re likely to find yourself somewhat overwhelmed by it. Don’t assume that you’re essentially going to be getting a break just because you’re not required to commute to the office every morning.